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Buccal mucosa is_______________?
Correct answer: B. Non-keratinized
- A. Keratinized
- B. Non-keratinized
- C. Parakeratinised
- D. Orthokeratinized
Explanation
Buccal mucosa is lining mucosa, so it is usually non-keratinized to remain soft and flexible during chewing and speech. Keratinized epithelium is characteristic of masticatory mucosa such as attached gingiva and hard palate.
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